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The Neighborhood Files
Military Connections to Hold Open House
A local organization that helps military soldiers will be holding an open house this week. Military Connections operates out of Penn Hills and is run by Summer Tissue, Plum resident ...
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Business
Hunter Brothers Store Owner Sells Century-Old Pieces
At the corner of Hulton Road and Allegheny River Boulevard in Oakmont, the former Hunter Brothers general store has sat with closed doors for about 10 years, but it is far from a vacant b...
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Volunteers in the News
News Nearby: Wounded Warrior Event to Host Music, Comedy
On Friday, a benefit concert will be held in Washington, PA at Consol Energy Park for the Wounded Warrior Project. Four musical acts, including The Steve Smith Band, Abby Abbondanza, Sara...
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News
Recipe of the Week: Penne Chicken Primavera
Sometimes, you just need a simple recipe that takes a few minutes to throw together after a busy day at work. Campbell's Kitchen is the place I go for such ideas and I found this on...
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Opinion
Recipe of the Week: Baked Corn Casserole
I tried this baked corn casserole recipe as a side for our Easter dinner. Unfortunately, something went wrong and the casserole turned into more of a cornbread side. Still, it t...
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Arts
Our Winners are Off to the Ballet!
Little Ana has won a pair of tickets to attend the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre's production of the romantic comedy "Coppelia" at The Benedum Center for the Performing Arts. Plum-Oakmon...
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Business
Patch Poll: Would You Eat a Hamburger Containing "Pink Slime?"
A Pennsylvania-based beef producer filed for bankruptcy Monday, saying in court documents that it is a casualty of the ongoing controversy over the use of so-called "pink slime" beef fill...
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Arts
Photo Contest: Show Patch Your Favorite Girl or Boy with a Favorite Toy
Be it a well-loved doll, a tough-as-nails action figure, a sturdy truck or a worn-to-the lining stuffed bear, a special toy has been part of just about everyone's childhood. Patch ...